Sights, Sounds and Flavors of Italy Come to Downtown Reno during the Eldorado Great Italian Festival, October 12 and 13

RENO, Nev. (September 16, 2013) – For 32 years, the Eldorado has brought the sights, sounds and flavors of Italy to downtown Reno during the Eldorado Great Italian Festival. The festival, held each year over Columbus Day weekend, is a celebration of Italian culture and traditions. Set for October 12 and 13, the festival transforms downtown Reno into Little Italy with a grape stomp, sauce cookers competition, an Italian farmer’s market, bocce ball, kids’ gelato eating contest, Ferrari car display, Italian Buffet and incredible, free, live entertainment all weekend long.

Joining the Italian Festival this year is Michael Barimo, who sings in English, Spanish and Italian. His original pop music incorporates elements of Neapolitan songs and a distinct 'pop latino' sensitivity. Michael is also known for his world-class whistling talent, which he incorporates in his performances. Italian Festival fans won’t be able to resist tapping their feet to Ray Massa and the EuroRythms, back with their own energetic transformations of traditional pop, Italian and Italian/American music favorites. The “Ambassador of Italian Music to America,” Moreno Fruzetti, will also bring his golden voice and big personality back to Reno. Also joining the Italian Festival line-up are Martin Bonventre, Tre Bella, the Nevada Opera, Bella Ciao, Primo Basso Band and direct from Italy, Capuano n ’T Rock.

Celebrate everything Italian with the 32nd Annual Great Eldorado Italian Festival on Saturday and Sunday, October 12 and 13. For more details, photos and other Italian Festival information visit www.eldoradoreno.com or call 775-786-5700. The latest Eldorado updates are also available on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and the Eldorado’s interactive iPhone and Android Apps.

“Grease” – It’s the one Everyone Wants! At the Eldorado

Now playing in the Eldorado Showroom, it’s the high-spirited classic rock ‘n’ roll musical “Grease.” Guests will have a rockin', rollin' good time singing along to songs from the hit motion picture like, Summer Nights, Beauty School Dropout, Born to Hand Jive and Greased Lightnin’.

Don't miss the energetic crowd-pleaser that's fun for the whole family. “Grease” – it’s still the word! Tickets for “Grease” start at just $24.95 with dinner and show packages available from $34.95 and room and show packages from $49.90. VIP and group seating, as well as show packages are all available through the Eldorado Showroom Box Office. Performances nightly except Monday with showtimes Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 7 and 9:30 p.m. (schedule subject to change). For more information or to purchase tickets, call 1-800-648-5966 or visit www.eldoradoreno.com.